August 2024 Global Showcase Auction – 12 - 23 August 2024
Ancient and World Coins and Currency
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Description
Stunning Superb Proof 1880 Morgan Dollar
1880 Morgan Silver Dollar. Proof-67+ (PCGS). CAC. CMQ-X.
A noteworthy condition rarity in a Proof Morgan dollar irrespective of date, and an exquisite coin that delivers both superb technical quality and phenomenal eye appeal. Both sides are beautifully and originally toned, the obverse with light pink and silver tinting in the center that gives way to rich charcoal-olive around the periphery. The reverse periphery is similar in appearance, but with some intermingled cobalt blue, and it frames a swirl of vivid salmon pink color in the center. Antique gold, powder blue and champagne-pink undertones are equally evident on both sides as the surfaces dip into a light. Silky smooth in appearance with full striking detail, even the most discerning numismatist will be impressed by this dazzling specimen. The Proof mintage for the date of 1,355 pieces represents the high water mark for Proof production in the Morgan dollar series, though no doubt far fewer than that number can be accounted for today. This issue is rare at the Superb Gem level, attesting to the fact that precious few examples were handled with the utmost care by earlier generations of numismatists.
PCGS# 7315. NGC ID: 27Z4.
PCGS Population: 5; 4 finer in this category (Proof-68+ finest). CAC Stickered Population: 7; 1. The former total includes coins certified both Proof-67 and Proof-67+.
From Legend Rare Coin Auctions' Regency Auction 29, November 2018, lot 257; Legend Rare Coin Auctions' Regency Auction 35, December 2019, lot 510; Heritage's CSNS Signature Auction of April 2020, lot 4135; Legend Rare Coin Auctions' Regency Auction 53, July 2022, lot 315; Heritage's CSNS Signature Auction of May 2023, lot 4809.
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| Price realized | 12'000 USD |
| Starting price | 1 USD |
| Estimate | 15'000 USD |
